The novel, aimed at
8–12 year-olds, tells the story of Sean, for whom going to school is a misery
because of bully Mark Thomas. Then the students join Warrior Kids, a
programme that teaches leadership and self-control. So begins a journey for
Mark and Sean that has a predictable outcome for one boy and a surprise for the
other.

Tim Tipene plays a
part in the novel himself, as the leader of Warrior Kids. He is not only an
award-winning children’s author, but works as a youth and self-defence
counsellor.